SSR Lovers and/or Owners Thread!

[springsheri]

I'm going there in a couple of weeks. It's me, hubby and dd's 2 and 4. which floor location do you normally choose and why? I've requested grand stand, anything else you would suggest? We're staying in a studio and can't wait. Thank you for your advice!

 

[disney_fan1972]

Oh those pics were great! I'm getting home sick for SSR. We may try OKW just because of the lower points value and larger rooms this summer. From all you great SSR lovers who've been to OKW... What do you think of OKW. Do they have a hot tub and kiddy pool?

Thanks
Diane

 

[disney_fan1972]

I'm going there in a couple of weeks. It's me, hubby and dd's 2 and 4. which floor location do you normally choose and why? I've requested grand stand, anything else you would suggest? We're staying in a studio and can't wait. Thank you for your advice!

We always seem to end up in the Paddock... but we love it. Nice area. There is a quiet pool close by and the walk to the main pool is really nice (but it is a bit of a walk... then again what at WDW isnt! LOL!).

Have a GREAT trip!!!

 

[bpmorley]

Oh those pics were great! I'm getting home sick for SSR. We may try OKW just because of the lower points value and larger rooms this summer. From all you great SSR lovers who've been to OKW... What do you think of OKW. Do they have a hot tub and kiddy pool?

Thanks
Diane

I'm getting there myself. We'll be there at the end of May, I can't wait

 

[springsheri]

Is there an elevator there? Just wondering since we have the stroller. What floor would you recommend with and 2 and 4 yr old? Thanks!

 

[tjkraz]

Is there an elevator there? Just wondering since we have the stroller. What floor would you recommend with and 2 and 4 yr old? Thanks!

Every building has an elevator.

I would recommend an upper floor (2-4.) The ground floor units have a patio, but it's just a concrete slab with no fence or railing. You wouldn't want the kids outside unless you're standing right there.

The upper floor balconies have waist-high railings. As long as the kids know not to climb--or you're watching from the living room or bedroom--they can use the balcony at will.

 

[springsheri]

Okay, thanks for the tips. I wonder if I can request the floor through the online check in? Also, is there a spot in the building, such as an corner that should be requested? Sorry for all the questions.

 

[bpmorley]

Okay, thanks for the tips. I wonder if I can request the floor through the online check in? Also, is there a spot in the building, such as an corner that should be requested? Sorry for all the questions.

Depends on the building. Seems like all the building are facing different ways. So one building will have great views from the corners and other won't

 

[tjkraz]

Okay, thanks for the tips. I wonder if I can request the floor through the online check in? Also, is there a spot in the building, such as an corner that should be requested? Sorry for all the questions.

I would request and "upper floor" (they know what that means) and a particular neighborhood of the resort (The Grandstand, The Springs, etc.)

If you try to get too specific, you run the risk of your instructions being misunderstood and/or the resort not having any rooms that match your request on your arrival day.

The Disney room assigners aren't known for bending over backward when assigning rooms. Keep things fairly general and you'll have the best chance for success.

 

[my3princes]

Oh those pics were great! I'm getting home sick for SSR. We may try OKW just because of the lower points value and larger rooms this summer. From all you great SSR lovers who've been to OKW... What do you think of OKW. Do they have a hot tub and kiddy pool?

Thanks
Diane

We love OKW. That is where we usually stay as our points go much further there. The accomodations are older, but still in great shape. They are so big, it is wonderful. There is a hot tub, a sauna and pool with water slide.

 

[disney_fan1972]

Thanks so much for the feed back about OKW! Maybe we will see you there!

 

[Bethpremier]

We will be at SSR on May 8th. I am so excited! Its our first time staying there and I am already in love with the idea of it being so close to DTD. Can you guys give me any last minutes tips/secrets about SSR that I should know and experience while we are there?

 

[conciergekelly]

Bethpremier: One thing that I like about SSR is that you can walk to DTD and use it as a hub to get to all of the resorts for dinner reservations if you don't rent a car. I also like the grandstand area because it is close to the main theme pool/restaurants etc. but also has a nice themed quiet pool with a bar/refill mug station/food right outside the building.Very convenient.These are the only two things that I can think of. Have Fun!!

 

[bpmorley]

We will be at SSR on May 8th. I am so excited! Its our first time staying there and I am already in love with the idea of it being so close to DTD. Can you guys give me any last minutes tips/secrets about SSR that I should know and experience while we are there?

Depending on which way your balcony is facing, you can catch the EPCOT, MGM or MK fireworks in the distance.

 

[Bethpremier]

Bethpremier: One thing that I like about SSR is that you can walk to DTD and use it as a hub to get to all of the resorts for dinner reservations if you don't rent a car. I also like the grandstand area because it is close to the main theme pool/restaurants etc. but also has a nice themed quiet pool with a bar/refill mug station/food right outside the building.Very convenient.These are the only two things that I can think of. Have Fun!!

This is perfect for us because we wont have a car. How is the grandstand on the bus situation? We are planning on having breakfast one morning at the Grand Floridian. Ill try the DTD hub thing. Thanks!

 

[Bethpremier]

Depending on which way your balcony is facing, you can catch the EPCOT, MGM or MK fireworks in the distance.

No way. I hope this is a possibility for us!

 

[springsheri]

Wow, two great tips about this resort that I wouldn't have know. Great to know about the hub of dtd and the fireworks- I'll try to catch one of them.

 

[supersuperwendy]

Hey SSR experts!

We have requested The Grandstand...so my question is where is the best place to use our refillable mugs? thanks!

 

[realfam]

Hey SSR experts!

We have requested The Grandstand...so my question is where is the best place to use our refillable mugs? thanks!

Probably Artiste's Palete if you want coffee/tea/ hot chocolate and pop.

 

[edk35]

This is perfect for us because we wont have a car. How is the grandstand on the bus situation? We are planning on having breakfast one morning at the Grand Floridian. Ill try the DTD hub thing. Thanks!

I wouldn't take the bus from DTD for GF. i would take the MK bus from Grandstand and then hop the monorail to GF once you get off the bus at MK. Just allow enough time to make your transfers. Sometimes the busses take a while to get to and from DTD.